Nigeria maintained their unbeaten record in the AFCON 2025 qualifying campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Libya. Fisayo Dele-Bashiru's 86th-minute strike sealed the victory, propelling Nigeria to the top of Group D with seven points.
Moses Simon's precise cross from the left flank found Dele-Bashiru, who converted with a clinical one-time shot, breaking the deadlock. Earlier, Ademola Lookman's goal was incorrectly disallowed for offside, with replays indicating the Atalanta forward was onside.
Nigeria's persistence paid off, as they continued to press for a goal despite Libya's defensive strategy. The win solidifies Nigeria's position as the only unbeaten team in Group D.
Current Group D Standings:
- Nigeria (7 points, 2-1-0 record, 4 goals)
- Benin (6 points, 2-0-1 record, 1 goal difference)
- Rwanda (2 points, 0-2-1 record, -3 goal difference)
- Libya (1 point, 0-1-2 record, -2 goal difference)
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